Sherwanipur - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Sherwanipur is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Kerawdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherwanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherwanipur is 158101. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.18 hectares and falls under the 229408 pincode. Manikpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sherwanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherwanipur
As per Census 2011, Sherwanipur village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 213 males and 213 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherwanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 213 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 46 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 141 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 72 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Sherwanipur
Sherwanipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerawdih | West | 0.86 km |
| Shekhpur Hisampur | East | 1.19 km |
| Janwamau | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Jhokwara | West | 1.85 km |
| Kutubanpur | East | 2.03 km |
| Kandarau | North | 2.27 km |
| Asthan | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Sukrullapur | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Gauri | West | 2.66 km |
| Pariyawan | South-West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherwanipur
Sherwanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pariawan Kalakankar Road, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manikpur to Sherwanipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Sherwanipur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherwanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherwanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sherwanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherwanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sherwanipur
Where is Sherwanipur located?
Sherwanipur village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherwanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherwanipur is Kerawdih.
What is the pincode of Sherwanipur?
The pincode of Sherwanipur is 229408.
What is the population of Sherwanipur?
Sherwanipur has a total population of 426, including 213 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Sherwanipur?
There are 73 households in Sherwanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherwanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherwanipur is 56.34%. Male literacy is 66.20% and female literacy is 46.48%.